Job Description
The Hotel Cook position is responsible for the preparation, production, and presentation of a variety of foods, completion of production sheets and with other associated food service activities.
Responsibilities
Properly, safely and efficiently prepare food products while following standard food-handling procedures.
Performs all main line food production duties with specific items determined by assigned shift.
Review the needs of the day with assigned supervisor(s), completes production sheets, reviews maintenance reports, and verifies supply needs and availability.
Assists assigned supervisors with menu and recipe development.
Is responsible for quantity and quality control in food production as well as overall sanitation of assigned areas.
Assists in the supervision and training of food service personnel.
Arranges for kitchen helpers/assistants to complete smaller item preparation.
Verifies and oversees food serving lines, areas, bars, etc., making sure they are properly stocked, set up, and cleaned.
Ensure work areas are properly cleaned and organized prior to the end of every shift, providing a seamless transition to the next shift or rotation.
Using a working knowledge of all general food service area personnel, this position "fills in" for any one of these positions at a moment's notice.
Observes and instructs others on the proper rotation procedures to be followed for produce and dairy products.
Maintains food production equipment and storage areas following proper sanitation, safety, and operational procedures.
Has ability to recognize and use proper PPE for the job tasks.
Assist in the supervision and training of food service personnel.
Adhere to all safety policies, requirements and training.
Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Food Handler card, or Alaska Food Workers card within 30 days of employment.
Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference given to candidates with Deltek Costpoint experience.
Preference given to candidates with lodging industry experience.
At least two (2) years of directly related vocational training (candidates without such training need two additional years of related experience), preferred.
At least three (3) years of directly related food preparation experience, preferred.
Certain position(s) require a valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS' vehicle insurance policy.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Weather: Indoors
Noise level: Moderate
Office conditions: Pace of work environment: Medium
Customer Interaction: High
Description of environment: Hotel restaurant
Constantly required to stand; frequently required to walk; occasionally required to lift, pull and push.
Physical requirements: Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Travel: None
Equal Opportunity Employer NANA Regional Corporation, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, gender-identity and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NANA grants employment preference to shareholder of NANA, their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law.
Accommodation Requests for Job Seekers with a Disability. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation for any part of the employment process, contact us at recruiting@nana.com or 1-800-478-2000.
Default: Location : Location US-AK-Kotzebue
Job ID 2026-23350
NMS Division NMS FFM
Work Type On-Site
Work Location Kotzebue
NMS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
